This Sunday and in the month ahead the particular focus of the God-lived life is that of being a disciple, a learner, one who grows in God’s Word. What’s your biggest motivation for spending time in God’s Word? What’s your biggest obstacle to spending time in God’s Word? What can help you overcome that obstacle? How can you build Bible study and prayer time into your regular routine? We will explore these questions this Sunday. We worship at the Phi Delta Kappa Hall located at 11311 Phi Delt Way, Odessa, 33556.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Angelica Moorhouse Memorial Service
Saturday, January 22
A memorial service for Angel Moorhous will be held on Saturday, January 22, 11 AM at the Phi Delta Kappa Hall in Odessa FL. The address is 11301 Phi Delt Wy, Odessa, FL 33556. Those who wish to attend can arrive as early as 10:30 am. A Memorial service will begin at 11 AM. “Then I heard a voice from heaven say, ‘Write: Blessed are they who die in the Lord'” (Revelation 14:13).
2022 Offering envelopes
Arriving January 16
Offering envelopes for 2022 should be available for pick up this Sunday, January 16. If you would like to use an offering envelope to give an offering, feel free to use an unused envelope of any date from 2021. The envelope number will correspond to your name and will be the same in the new year. We apologize for the wait on these this year.
New Year – New You – studying God’s Word together
Bible Study Opportunities
CHRIST’S CHURCH & HER MINISTRY
Starting Monday, January 17 | 6:00 PM
Would you enjoy college-level theological courses taught locally? The Congregational Assistant Program (CAP) is under the guidance of Martin Luther College. Peace Lutheran is offering a new six-week course called: Christ’s Church & Her Ministry. The Course Description – a study of what the church is and how it accomplishes its work through the public and private ministry of its members.
All members of Peace are welcome to take the course even if you are not enrolled in the CAP program. If you would like to take this seven-week class or learn more, speak with Pastor Schwartz. The cost is $5 for a textbook and materials.
New Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study
Wednesdays at 1:30pm
God’s grace was powerfully at work in the Christian congregation at Corinth. It was a congregation that dealt with serious problems, but the gospel helped them through challenging times. The same gospel of God’s grace is at work in our lives as servants in God’s kingdom. Join us online this Wednesday afternoon as we continue a study in 2 Corinthians – The Good News & the Christian’s Personal Ministry.
Fruits of Faith
Gifts of Thanksgiving: The Bible says, “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.” –Proverbs 3:9. God wants us to give of our first and the best of the resources he provides for us.
- Set up a one-time gift or reoccurring gift at our website, click here
- Donate via text, send the dollar amount you wish to give to 888-314-2975 (Example: $40)
- Send an offering envelope/check via mail to: Peace Lutheran Church, 3030 Starkey Blvd (Suite 227), Trinity, FL 34655
Worship Attendance 1/2: 55
Worship Attendance 1/9: 77
Cumulative gifts given in December 2021: $13,364
Budgetary funds needed for December 2021: $14,897
Cumulative gifts given in January 2022: $3,796
Budgetary funds needed for January 2022: $14,897
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Gifts Needed to Furnish Peace for the Future $63,000
Total cong. Commitment to date: $26,260
Total gifts and pledges received to date: $29,152
CALENDAR
SUNDAY, Jan. 16 10:00 am Worship @ Phi Delta Kappa Banquet Hall
11:00 am Fellowship/Children’s Sunday School
11:09 am Adult Bible Study
5:29 pm Youth Confirmation Class @ Longleaf Office
MONDAY 6:00 pm Christ’s Church & Her Ministry (CAP) Online
7:15 pm People Close to God (Membership Class)
WEDNESDAY 1:30 pm Bible Study Online (II Corinthians)
7:30 pm People Close to God Online
SUNDAY, Jan. 23 10:00 am Worship @ Phi Delta Kappa Banquet Hall
11:00 am Fellowship/Children’s Sunday School
11:09 am Adult Bible Study
5:29 pm Youth Confirmation Class @ Longleaf Office
Reminder of Worship Guidelines
Our current guidelines for gathering are in place for public worship:
- We ask that those who are sick or have been exposed to COVID-19 within the last 10 days not gather for worship at this time. Online services will continue to be made available.
- Offering plates and guest registers will not be passed. You can place your offering in the basket provided on your way in or out of worship. We encourage setting up giving online or by text.